Saxon Tweezers and Glass Bead
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Description
6th-7th century AD. A cosmetic set on a silver ring with the ends twisted round the shank, comprising a green glass bead on a silver loop and beaded wire ring, and a pair of tweezers with sliding clasp-ring, ribbed loop. 11 grams, 63 mm (2 1/2") Property of a London businessman, from his grandfather's collection formed after World War II; thence by descent 1972. See Webster, L. & Backhouse, J. The Making of England. Anglo-Saxon Art and Culture AD 600-900, London, 1991 item 67(l) for a similar set. [No Reserve]
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Very fine condition.
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Saxon Tweezers and Glass Bead
Estimate £100 - £140
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